Literature

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Finite Element Programming

Finite Element Programming:

1. Literature

! Hinton, E. and Owen, D. R. J.

Academic Press, London, 1977, 305 pp. ISBN 0-12349350-1

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R. Robert Gajewski
Division of Applied Computer Science
Warsaw University of Technology
rogaj.il.pw.edu.pl
R.Gajewski@il.pw.edu.pl

This book describes in detail three finite element codes

(BEAM, PLANE and PLATE). The basic aim is to help the
reader in the gap between theory and practical
programming. In the development of programs, the
emphasis has been placed on simplicity, ease of
understanding and practicality. Only one type of element is
implemented, the parabolic isoparametric element. Equation
solving is performed by using the frontal solution technique.
The book is directed to readers that are interested to
develop own finite element codes

An Introduction to Finite Element

Computations

An Introduction to the Finite Element Method

! Hinton, E. and Owen, D. R. J., Pineridge Press, Swansea,

! Reddy, J. N., McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1984,

1979, 385 pp., ISBN 0-906674-06-9

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A basic introduction to the finite element method is

presented. 10 computer codes written in FORTRAN, and
illustrative examples are included for all applications. This
book is written for private study or can be used as a
professional reference.
Partial contents: introduction to finite elements; matrix theory
for bar systems; computer implementation of matrix theory
for bar systems, program FRAME; 1D finite elements;
advanced 1D finite element concepts, program BEAM; finite
elements in 2D, program QUASAR; 2D quasi-harmonic
applications; advanced 2D and 3D elements; solid
mechanics applications; semi-analytical finite element
methods, program STRIP; computational aids and
refinements; further study of the finite element method.

1993, 495 pp., ISBN 0-07-051346-5

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An introduction to the finite element method is given as a

variational-based technique of solving differential equations.
This book is directed to senior undergraduate and beginning
graduate students in engineering and applied mechanics. It
also contains three computer codes (FEM1D, PLATE and
FEM2D).
Partial contents: introduction; integral formulations and
variational methods; finite element analysis of 1-D problems;
bending of beams; finite element error analysis; eigenvalue
and time-dependent problems; numerical integration and
computer implementation; finite element analysis of twodimensional problems; single variable problems; interpolation
functions; numerical integration and modelling
considerations; plane elasticity; computer implementation;
prelude to advanced topics; FORTRAN listings of
subroutines.

Numerical Methods in Finite Element

Analysis

Programming the Finite Element Method

! Bathe, K. J. and Wilson, E. L., Prentice-Hall, Englewood

! Smith, I. M. and Griffith, D. V., J. Wiley & Sons, Chichester,

Cliffs, 1976, 524 pp., ISBN 0-13-627190-1

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This book contains three main parts: matrices and linear

algebra, the finite element method, and solution of finite
element equilibrium equations. Its aim is to provide a tool for
teaching upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in
engineering.
Partial contents: elementary concept of matrices; matrices
and vector spaces; formulation of finite element method;
formulation and calculation of isoparametric finite element
matrices; variational formulation of the finite element method;
implementation of the finite element method; solution of
equilibrium equations in static analysis; solution of
equilibrium equations in dynamic analysis; analysis of direct
integration methods; preliminaries to the solution of
eigenproblems; solution methods for eigenproblems; solution
of large eigenproblems.

2005 R.Robert "RoG@j" Gajewski

1982, 1988, 1998, 2004, 534 pp., ISBN 0-471-96542-1,

0470849703
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Programming steps of the finite element method are given as

well as listings of various programs (in ALGOL and
FORTRAN IV). The last edition of this book has been
considerably altered and updated. Less emphasis is on
geomechanics, more is given to programming. Listings of
special purpose routines are included. These are written as
general as possible. Problem-specific main programs are
then written using these subroutines. The book is directed to
a practical postgraduate course on finite elements or to
readers seeking up to apply the finite element method in new
application areas.

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Concepts and Applications of Finite Element

Analysis

Finite Element Programs in Structural

Engineering and Continuum Mechanics

! Cook, R. D., J. Wiley & Sons, New York, 1974, 1981, 1989,

! Ross, C. T. F., Albion Publishing, Chichester, 1996, ISBN

2001, 537 pp., ISBN 0471-84788-7, 0-471-03050-3, 0-47135605-0

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1-898563-28-4
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This book discusses the concepts and applications of finite

element analysis with an applied mechanics viewpoint. It is
directed to senior engineering students as well as practicing
engineers. A number of FORTRAN routines, such as
banded-stiffness matrix formulation, static condensation, etc.
are included.
Partial contents: background and introductory material; the
stiffness method and the plane truss; potential energy and
the Rayleigh-Ritz method; use of assumed displacement
fields; the isoparametric formulation; some modifications of
elements;

Bridging the gap between theoretical textbooks and the

expensive software packages, this handbook covers finite
element programming in a wide range of problems in
mechanical, civil, aeronautical and electrical engineering.
Topics included range from the static analysis of 2D and 3D
structures to stress analysis of thick slabs on elastic
foundation, and from 2D and 3D vibration analysis problems
to 2D field problems including heat transfer and acoustic
vibrations. The 24 printouts of FE computer programs,
written in QUICK BASIC, are introduced by a preliminary
chapter giving useful hints and formulae intended for
structural design.

Finite Element Procedures in Engineering

Analysis

Finite Element Procedures

! Bathe, K. J., Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, 1982, 735

! Bathe, K. J. , Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, 1995, 1037

pp., ISBN 0-13-317305-4

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The book presents the various aspects of finite element

analysis and provides a basis for the understanding of the
complete solution problems applied to solid and structural
mechanics, heat transfer, fluid flow and other fields of
engineering. The primary aim of this book is to provide a tool
for teaching finite element procedures to upper-level
undergraduate and graduate students in engineering.
Partial contents: introduction to the matrix method; some
basic concepts in engineering; basic formulation of the finite
element method; different types of finite elements; nonlinear
analysis in solid and structural mechanics; analysis of heat
transfer problems, seepage, torsion and incompressible
inviscid fluid flow; various methods of analysis to solve large
problems; direct integration method; vector iteration method;
solutions of large eigenproblems.

pp. ISBN 0-13-301458-4

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This book explores the full range of finite element methods

used in engineering practice for actual applications in
computer-aided-design. It provides an introduction to finite
element methods and the commonality in the various
techniques as well as explores state-of-the-art methods with
a focus on what are deemed to become classical techniques
procedures that will be standard and authoritative for finite
element analysis for years to come. Elementary concepts
and advanced techniques in statics, dynamics, solids, fluids
and nonlinear analysis are included. The book also contains
worked-out examples and various complete program listings.

Engineering Stress Analysis- A Finite Element

Approach With FORTRAN 77 Software

Object Oriented Methods and Finite Element

Analysis

! Fenner, D. N., J. Wiley & Sons, Chichester, 1987, 250

! Mackie, R. I., Saxe-Coburg Publ., Edinburgh, 2000, 250

pp.ISBN 07458-0246-X, 0-470-20895-3

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This book gives an introduction to the finite element method

and its practical implementation with FORTRAN 77
language. Two programs are presented: FIESTA1 and
FIESTA2, 1D and 2D stress analysis codes, respectively.
The book is directed to students in the field of mechanical,
civil and aeronautical engineering.
Partial contents: analysis of stress and strain; material
behavior; formulation of stress analysis; finite element
concepts; various topics- the principle of virtual work,
minimum of potential energy, energy bounds in the
displacement method; practical aspects of the program
FIESTA2 for 2D stress analysis; analysis of plane frames;
plane elasticity applications; theoretical element formulation
aspects; axisymmetric problems; theory and implementation
of the torsion elastic shafts.

2005 R.Robert "RoG@j" Gajewski

pp., ISBN 1-874-672-08-3

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This book presents the advantages of object oriented

programming for finite element software development. It
explains the overall design philosophy as well as provides
the reader with detailed programming information. The OO
approach to finite element programming requires a radically
different approach to traditional finite element programming.
The differences are highlighted and the advantages of the
OO approach are demonstrated. Sufficient detailed
programming information is included to help the program
developer to implement his/her own OO code or adapt the
ideas presented in the book. The book is intended for
researchers and postgraduate students working in the field of
finite element technology. It is accompanied by a voucher for
a complementary software disc containing the source code
described in the book.